Written By: Debjani Arora | Published : March 5, 2016 5:02 PM IST
Today is Sunday and we know you have worked really hard the entire week to keep up with your fitness goal. Probably sleep an hour extra to make up for the entire week s sleep deficit. However, we caution you to not overdo sleep. Giving your body the leeway to be too lazy can cost you later in the forthcoming week.
Morning Wake up an hour later than your scheduled time and have a glass of water to replenish your system. Ideally you can store water in a copper glass and drink that in the morning. Later, if you want you can go for a stroll or a jog to give your muscles a jolt. Here are 12 reasons why drinking water from a copper vessel is a good idea.
Eating healthy
Your diet, especially on a day when you are not working out, needs to be healthy and well balanced.
Breakfast Since now you have started to eat healthy and keep a check on your caloric intake, the ghee-laden parathas and oily chole baturas might not entice you. And having the healthy south Indian snacks doesn t always appeal in the morning. So try sandwich, no not the usually one. This one is with a twist Moroccan sandwich with focaccia bread and healthy fillings like aubergines, tomatoes, olives and cheese. Oh! What a way to start your Sunday.
Lunch Today is definitely going to be a cheat day for you so how about trying a pan chicken roast. This is healthy, yummy and helps to satiate your cravings too.
Dinner Try a vegetarian dish at dinner to keep a balance between your food choices. A chilly soya chunks which is rich in protein and low in fat can be a wonderful side with rotis or even pulav. A light and early dinner will also help you to beat Monday morning blues.
Snacks Sunday is a time to try something new and healthy, especially if you love spending time in the kitchen. So, when your 5 pm hunger pangs strike you try this all new bajra masala cutlet, which is rich in fibre and protein too.
Exercise
Working out on a Sunday might appear to be boring and unjust after all this is the day of the week you choose to give your muscles a rest. But your sore muscles need some attention too. Here is how you can take care of your sore muscles:
At home: Today try to clean your entire house. The upper selves, your book case, change the sheets of your bed and sofa set. Clean your entire kitchen. You will be amazed at how household work can help you rejuvenate your muscles and all that work makes them workout at a low intensity and gives them a boost too.
At gym: If you are hitting the gym on a Sunday don t exert your muscles right away. You have to reserve all your energy for the big week ahead. So, just do some free hand exercises to help your sore muscles revive. Some squats and stretches will be a great way to help your body gain the vitality and energy lost. Here are some stretching exercises that can keep you fit and energetic to take on the challenges ahead.
Yoga: Even if it is a Sunday there is no reason why you should not do your yoga practice today. You don t need a break from yoga. You can do some quick yoga moves standing, sitting or lying down to help your body be supple and flexible. Know which yoga asana should you begin with standing, sitting or lying down position.
Sleep: If you had an early dinner it is quite possible that you might feel hungry when it is bed time so eat something light to induce sleep. Here are some foods that you can have before bed time to help yourself sleep.
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Disclaimer: If you follow a fitness plan already, consult your nutritionist before switching to this one. If you are allergic to any of the foods/ingredients mentioned, please do not consume it. Do not follow this plan without consulting your doctor if you suffer from a health condition hypertension, hypotension, diabetes, etc. or are pregnant.
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